Let G be a group and H ≤G. Let x ∈G be an element of finite order n. Prove that if k is the least positive integer such that xk∈H, then k|n.

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Section4.4: Cosets Of A Subgroup
Problem 18E: Let G be a group of finite order n. Prove that an=e for all a in G.
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Let G be a group and H ≤G. Let x ∈G be an element of finite order n. Prove that if k is the least positive integer such that xk∈H, then k|n.

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